{"product_id":"leki-gate-guard-closed-worldcup-neonpink-skistoecke","title":"Leki Gate Guard Closed Worldcup","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1bu88t9\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"69\"\u003eSki Poles \u0026amp; Slalom Protection: Leki Gate Guard Closed Worldcup Neon Pink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"493\"\u003eAnyone who regularly trains in \u003cstrong data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"102\"\u003ealpine skiing\u003c\/strong\u003e knows: Good \u003cstrong data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"151\"\u003eski poles\u003c\/strong\u003e alone are not enough for slalom. As soon as things get tight, fast, and aggressive, the right \u003cstrong data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"272\"\u003eimpact protection\u003c\/strong\u003e determines how cleanly you get through the course – and how long your hands and poles can handle it. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"411\"\u003eLeki Gate Guard Closed Worldcup\u003c\/strong\u003e in neon pink has been standard equipment in racing for years for precisely this reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"847\"\u003eThis is not an accessory for casual skiers, but a true World Cup \u003cstrong data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"585\"\u003eslalom protector\u003c\/strong\u003e for ambitious skiers, junior racers, and anyone who regularly trains with poles. The closed design protects the entire hand significantly better than simple open systems. Especially with aggressive cross-block techniques, you immediately feel the difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003eThe striking neon pink look also adds visibility to training – a real advantage, especially in poor light conditions or for junior athletes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"d8xtz6\" data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003eSki Poles with Uncompromising Leki Protector for Racing \u0026amp; Slalom Training\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"vdeyho\" data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctable data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1911\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003e\n\n\u003cth data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1131\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1142\" data-col-size=\"md\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1197\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1162\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1197\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eLeki Gate Guard Closed Worldcup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1206\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003eNeon Pink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1236\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eArea of use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003eSlalom, Race Training, Alpine Skiing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1287\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003eClosed Hand Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1327\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1352\"\u003eHigh-strength plastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1363\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003eLightweight race setup without unnecessary mass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1424\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003eSuitable for many Leki Racing ski poles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1484\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eProtection effect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003eFull-surface impact protection for slalom contact\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1546\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eStability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003eVery high rigidity for hard impacts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1609\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eRace features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1609\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003eClosed World Cup construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1661\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTarget group\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003eRacers, junior athletes, ambitious recreational skiers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1730\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003eDirect integration on race poles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1828\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1784\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1828\"\u003eHigh durability for intensive training\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1850\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTechnological advantage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003eLess stress on hands and fingers during pole contact\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1916\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"h27gdt\" data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1989\"\u003eWhy the Closed Leki Protector is so Important in Slalom Training\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003eIn real slalom training, you constantly take hits to your hands, fingers, and poles. This is where inexpensive recreational gear separates from true race hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2215\"\u003eThe big advantage of the closed \u003cstrong data-start=\"2188\" data-end=\"2206\"\u003eLeki Protector\u003c\/strong\u003e system:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2423\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1afhtr4\" data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2258\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2258\"\u003eSignificantly better finger protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"z31dob\" data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2304\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2304\"\u003eMore stability for aggressive blocking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"st5adj\" data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2347\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2307\" data-end=\"2347\"\u003eSmoother handling during pole contact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yvio9c\" data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2380\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2380\"\u003eLess twisting at the pole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uglcu1\" data-start=\"2381\" data-end=\"2423\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2383\" data-end=\"2423\"\u003eCleaner line choice at high speed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2425\" data-end=\"2653\"\u003eEspecially younger racers often train too long with soft or open hand protectors. The problem: The hand still takes hits, and stability is lacking. The closed World Cup design immediately provides more safety here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"kfv9uw\" data-start=\"2655\" data-end=\"2690\"\u003eNoticeable Advantage on the Slopes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2692\" data-end=\"2722\"\u003eYou quickly notice in training:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2724\" data-end=\"2903\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11xlbk\" data-start=\"2724\" data-end=\"2753\"\u003eThe protector remains stable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g4ht35\" data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"2779\"\u003eThe hand remains calmer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cmbt9g\" data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"2817\"\u003eLess energy loss when blocking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qsfb4d\" data-start=\"2818\" data-end=\"2862\"\u003eMore consistent feel during rhythm changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pfvrcg\" data-start=\"2863\" data-end=\"2903\"\u003eMore control in tight slalom sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2905\" data-end=\"3022\"\u003eEspecially on hard artificial snow conditions or icy training runs, the higher stability pays off massively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3024\" data-end=\"3027\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"pfb1w7\" data-start=\"3029\" data-end=\"3088\"\u003eWho is the Leki Gate Guard Closed Worldcup suitable for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3090\" data-end=\"3167\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong data-start=\"3097\" data-end=\"3113\"\u003eimpact protector\u003c\/strong\u003e is clearly aimed at skiers with athletic ambitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3169\" data-end=\"3179\"\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3181\" data-end=\"3325\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18x48h9\" data-start=\"3181\" data-end=\"3202\"\u003eJunior racers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1n51tzm\" data-start=\"3203\" data-end=\"3218\"\u003eClub skiers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18gesnn\" data-start=\"3219\" data-end=\"3246\"\u003eDSV-oriented training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"akx2h9\" data-start=\"3247\" data-end=\"3262\"\u003eMasters racers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b0wrlp\" data-start=\"3263\" data-end=\"3295\"\u003eAmbitious alpine skiers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ma4yof\" data-start=\"3296\" data-end=\"3325\"\u003eRegular slalom training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3327\" data-end=\"3499\"\u003eThe system is less useful for pure recreational skiers without pole training. Those who only occasionally hit the slopes usually don't need the high level of protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3657\"\u003eHowever, anyone who seriously trains for slalom quickly realizes:\u003cbr\u003eCheap protectors break sooner, twist more easily, and protect fingers much less effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3659\" data-end=\"3662\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1nv7xlw\" data-start=\"3664\" data-end=\"3701\"\u003eProperly Combining Race Equipment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3703\" data-end=\"3889\"\u003eEspecially in slalom training, only a coordinated setup truly makes sense. High-quality \u003cstrong data-start=\"3788\" data-end=\"3801\"\u003eski poles\u003c\/strong\u003e with stable hand protection work best in conjunction with suitable race equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3891\" data-end=\"3939\"\u003eFor maximum control, we also recommend:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3941\" data-end=\"4472\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1twa68r\" data-start=\"3941\" data-end=\"4045\"\u003ehigh-quality \u003ca data-start=\"3955\" data-end=\"4022\" class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sf-sports.de\/collections\/skihandschuhe\"\u003eski gloves\u003c\/a\u003e with race reinforcements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vvam5r\" data-start=\"4046\" data-end=\"4170\"\u003erobust \u003ca data-start=\"4056\" data-end=\"4143\" class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sf-sports.de\/collections\/rueckenprotektor-ski-protektoren\"\u003eski protectors\u003c\/a\u003e for training and competition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1h23ezj\" data-start=\"4171\" data-end=\"4271\"\u003eprecise \u003ca data-start=\"4181\" data-end=\"4241\" class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sf-sports.de\/collections\/ski-schuhe\"\u003eski boots\u003c\/a\u003e with direct power transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6zt8l6\" data-start=\"4272\" data-end=\"4362\"\u003estable \u003ca data-start=\"4282\" data-end=\"4342\" class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sf-sports.de\/collections\/skistoecke\"\u003eski poles\u003c\/a\u003e for racing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g9l7ko\" data-start=\"4363\" data-end=\"4472\"\u003ehigh-contrast \u003ca data-start=\"4380\" data-end=\"4440\" class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sf-sports.de\/collections\/skibrille\"\u003eski goggles\u003c\/a\u003e for changing light conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4474\" data-end=\"4635\"\u003eEspecially for junior athletes, high-quality equipment pays off early. Clean technique develops much more easily when the equipment functions reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4637\" data-end=\"4640\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"16lrk9b\" data-start=\"4642\" data-end=\"4682\"\u003eFAQ – Leki Gate Guard Closed Worldcup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"b414c4\" data-start=\"4684\" data-end=\"4744\"\u003eWho is the Leki Gate Guard Closed Worldcup suitable for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4746\" data-end=\"4868\"\u003eFor all skiers who regularly train for slalom or race. Particularly useful for junior and club athletes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"3aw164\" data-start=\"4870\" data-end=\"4917\"\u003eWhat are the benefits of a closed slalom protector?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4919\" data-end=\"5051\"\u003eThe closed construction protects fingers and hands significantly better than open systems and provides more stability when blocking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1g2wx4\" data-start=\"5053\" data-end=\"5104\"\u003eIs the Leki protector suitable for race training?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5106\" data-end=\"5195\"\u003eYes, that's exactly what it was developed for. The design is clearly oriented towards World Cup use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"k871sd\" data-start=\"5197\" data-end=\"5248\"\u003eWhy do many racers use Leki protectors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5250\" data-end=\"5397\"\u003eLeki has been one of the established brands in racing for years. Their systems are robust, precisely manufactured, and reliable in tough training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"e9j2uf\" data-start=\"5399\" data-end=\"5441\"\u003eIs a cheap impact protector sufficient?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5443\" data-end=\"5595\"\u003ePerhaps for occasional skiing. However, in intensive slalom training, high-quality systems show clear advantages in terms of protection, durability, and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5597\" data-end=\"5600\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"7ci216\" data-start=\"5602\" data-end=\"5647\"\u003eWhy buy this item from SF Sports?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"3zxiv3\" data-start=\"5649\" data-end=\"5675\"\u003eTrue Race Sport Focus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5676\" data-end=\"5779\"\u003eAt SF Sports, you won't find arbitrary mass-produced goods, but selected race products with practical relevance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1habbns\" data-start=\"5781\" data-end=\"5819\"\u003eAdvice from the Alpine Skiing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5820\" data-end=\"5908\"\u003eWe know the differences between recreational and race equipment from real training experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"174oagz\" data-start=\"5910\" data-end=\"5940\"\u003eHigh-Quality Product Selection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5941\" data-end=\"6015\"\u003eOnly products that prove themselves in tough use make it into our range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yhr3hb\" data-start=\"6017\" data-end=\"6048\"\u003eMatching Race Combinations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6049\" data-end=\"6139\"\u003eWe don't just advise on individual products, but complete setups for training and racing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"15ml5q8\" data-start=\"6141\" data-end=\"6186\"\u003eFast Delivery \u0026amp; Personal Advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6187\" data-end=\"6279\"\u003eEspecially in racing, reliable equipment is crucial – and a shop that knows what it's talking about.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56659571081542,"sku":"226191","price":35.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/6692\/1030\/files\/864611111.avif?v=1779897166","url":"https:\/\/www.sf-sports.de\/en\/products\/leki-gate-guard-closed-worldcup-neonpink-skistoecke","provider":"S.F. 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